Hundreds of friends and dignitaries looked on Friday, Oct. 9, as JU dedicated one of its residence halls to an alumnus whose support of JU has vastly enhanced the educational experience for his alma mater’s students, now and for decades …
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“Science on the St. Johns” by MSRI Oct. 24 highlights region’s stellar natural asset
With a new name and date but the same dynamic goal by the Marine Science Research Institute, “Science on the St. Johns” comes to Jacksonville University’s waterfront Saturday, Oct. 24.
It’s the eighth time the MSRI has offered the …
Read More »Pattern, multimedia, hope and more on display at Alexander Brest Gallery
On exhibit until Nov. 4 at the Alexander Brest Gallery are captivating works exploring text and imagery, art and hope, and painting and patterns.
- In “tell me all about it,” Erin Colleen Johnson and Kari Marboe look at the relationship
Latest Catie Carter nursing scholar welcomed into JU family
The latest recipient of the full-tuition Catherine “Catie” Carter Scholarship was welcomed into a special family recently, continuing a tradition that honors the memory of its teenage namesake by providing funding to help awardees complete or advance their Nursing education …
Read More »Learn about Queen Iffat’s influence on Saudi Arabia at talk by foreign affairs expert Dr. Joseph Kechichian Oct. 19
Foreign affairs expert Dr. Joseph Kechichian will discuss his new book “Iffat Al Thunayan,” about the life and influence of the late King Faisal’s wife and her legacy on Saudi Arabian politics, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19, …
Read More »Partnership with SAS enhances capabilities for Business Analytics
The Davis College of Business has created a partnership with SAS, a global leader in business analytic software and services, to help students attain the analytics skills that are in high demand by employers.
The collaboration with SAS, which …
Read More »Two accomplished admissions experts join University to further enhance enrollment efforts
Two more accomplished, experienced higher education veterans are on board to help Jacksonville University as it further enhances its student recruitment and enrollment quality.
Tom Taggart has joined the staff as Chief Admissions Officer, and Allana Forte will support him …
Read More »DCOB’s Dr. Robert Boylan awarded Endowed Chair of Finance
After five years of dedicated service in the Davis College of Business as the Department Chair of Accounting and Finance, Dr. Robert (Bob) Boylan has been awarded the Endowed Chair of Finance.
Boylan came to JU in 2003 after a …
Read More »Remembering former DCOB Dean Joe McCann (1946-2015)
The Davis College of Business (DCOB) is remembering former Dean Dr. Joe McCann (1946-2015), who died Sunday, Oct. 4, in his Fernandina Beach home after an illness. Because of his significant contribution to the advancement of the college, a donation …
Read More »Homecoming and Family Weekend tours to highlight comprehensive campus wide improvements
On Saturday, October 10, from 2 until 5 p.m., Jacksonville University administrators and representatives from the Office of Student Life will be on hand to showcase renovations made across campus over the past several months. Improvements include those projects related …
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